Emergency Preparedness

We all have a role to play in being prepared for disaster. Walnut Creek's top risks are earthquakes, landslides, severe weather and flooding, drought and wildfire, and more depending on where you live. Get to know what your risks are by learning more:

Personal Preparedness in 2 Easy Steps

1. Get Connected

View current emergency alerts or register to receive updates sent to your cell phone, text, or email for some or all parts of Contra Costa County.

WCALERT

Get local safety alerts from Nixle by texting your WCALERT to 888-777. You can also register on Nixle's website, where you can see more options for notification beyond your own zip code. For example, you could also register to receive alerts for where you have friends and family, or for where you work.

2. Gather your emergency supplies

Other Resources:

Prepare.Org (hosted by the American Red Cross) This site is packed with information from a wide range of Bay Area partners in preparedness. Get tips on how to prepare your family for a range of hazards, from fires to floods and earthquakes.

"Are You Ready?" A comprehensive source of information for individual, family, and community preparedness created by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). It provides step-by-step instructions on how to get ready and what to do in case of many different types of disasters.

Preparation for your Business This site created by FEMA gives practical tips and templates on how to prepare your business for any emergency, from natural disaster to manmade.